What is the difference between Lumigan amd timolol for glaucoma?
Which one is better? • A: Lumigan (bimatoprost) is an eye drop that is used for open angle glaucoma and high eye pressure (ocular hypertension). Lumigan is in the group of medications called prostaglandins and works by opening the channels that drain fluid from the eye, helping the excess eye fluid to drain more easily. This action reduces eye pressure, and can help prevent damage caused by high eye pressure. This medication is usually dosed once daily in the evening. The prescribing information on Lumigan lists the following as common side effects of the medication: eye redness, increased eyelash growth, eye itching, dry eyes, irritation, watery eyes, sensitivity to light, and eye fatigue or strain. Timolol is another eye drop medication that is used to treat open angle glaucoma and high eye pressure. It is in the group of medications called beta blockers and works by decreasing the amount of fluid that is produced in the eye, which lowers eye pressure. This medication is dosed either
